The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Home Science is a multidisciplinary postgraduate programme designed to develop advanced knowledge and professional skills in nutrition, human development, family studies, textiles, clothing, resource management and community welfare.

The programme focuses on improving the quality of life of individuals, families and communities through scientific understanding of health, nutrition, child development, family resource management, extension education and social development.

Students gain practical exposure through laboratory work, field visits, community surveys, case studies, project-based learning and research activities. The curriculum emphasizes problem-solving, leadership, entrepreneurship, communication, counselling and sustainable development practices.

Special attention is given to therapeutic nutrition, family welfare, gender development, community development, textile science, interior decoration, consumer education and research methodology, preparing students for both professional practice and higher academic pursuits.

Graduates of the programme are equipped to work in education, nutrition consultancy, NGOs, community development organizations, healthcare institutions, child welfare agencies, government departments, research organizations and entrepreneurial ventures.

• Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university.
• Preference is generally given to students with Home Science or related disciplines in their undergraduate programme.
• Applicants must satisfy the admission requirements prescribed by the university from time to time.
• Reservation and relaxation policies shall be applicable as per Government and University norms.
• Admission may be subject to merit, entrance examination or university admission procedures, wherever applicable.

• Develop advanced knowledge of nutrition, human development, textiles, family resource management and community welfare.
• Understand scientific principles related to food science, health promotion and therapeutic nutrition.
• Enhance understanding of child development, adolescence, adulthood and family life cycle management.
• Develop competencies in clothing, textiles, fashion concepts and interior design applications.
• Build skills in family resource management, consumer education and household decision-making.
• Acquire expertise in community development, extension education and social welfare programmes.
• Strengthen research, analytical and problem-solving abilities through fieldwork and project-based learning.
• Develop leadership, communication and counselling skills for working with individuals, families and communities.
• Promote entrepreneurship and self-employment opportunities in Home Science-related sectors.
• Prepare students for professional careers, higher education and research in Home Science and allied disciplines.

• Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of Home Science as an interdisciplinary field focused on human well-being and quality of life.
• Apply advanced nutritional knowledge for diet planning, health promotion and therapeutic nutrition management.
• Analyze developmental needs and challenges across different stages of the human life span.
• Utilize scientific principles in textiles, clothing, interior decoration and family resource management.
• Design and implement community development, extension education and family welfare programmes.
• Conduct independent research, surveys, case studies and field investigations using appropriate methodologies.
• Demonstrate leadership, communication, teamwork and counselling skills in professional settings.
• Apply critical thinking and evidence-based approaches to solve family, nutritional and community-related problems.
• Promote sustainable lifestyles, consumer awareness and efficient resource utilization.
• Become prepared for careers in teaching, research, nutrition consultancy, healthcare, NGOs, social welfare agencies, entrepreneurship and government services.